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Seasonal snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir

Overview

Early seasonal snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir has impacted both tourism and local agriculture. Initial reports from Gulmarg indicated that fresh snow at Apharwat Peak attracted tourists for winter sports such as skiing and sledge rides, with visitors comparing the conditions to international destinations.

As the snowfall spread to high-altitude areas including Zojila Pass, Razdan Pass, and Sinthan Top, authorities advised travelers to exercise caution due to unsettled weather forecasts involving thunderstorms and gusty winds. The temperature drop has affected local regions, with Gulmarg recording temperatures around 11.8 degrees Celsius. While the weather poses risks to travelers, the precipitation is expected to benefit the upcoming sowing of Rabi crops, though farmers have been advised to secure harvested grains and remaining apple crops.

Entities

Jammu and Kashmir · Gulmarg · Zojila Pass · Apharwat Peak · Srinagar

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 6 sources
    Jammu and Kashmir receives first seasonal snowfall in mountain passes

    The first seasonal snowfall has hit Jammu and Kashmir mountain passes and Gulmarg, prompting weather warnings for travelers and advice for farmers to secure harvests.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Gulmarg snowfall attracts tourists to Indian winter sports destinations

    Fresh snowfall in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, has attracted tourists for skiing and winter sports, highlighting India's diverse mountain destinations like Auli, Ladakh, and Solang Valley.

Sources

bhaskarlive.in · indulgexpress.com · m.businesstoday.in · newindianexpress.com · newsable.asianetnews.com · thekashmirimages.com · yespunjab.com